Signs and symptoms
The symptoms of Parkinson's can be classified as motor and
non-motor.
Motor symptoms define Parkinson's, with three primary
features:
- Tremor - which usually begins in one
hand. This is the first symptom for 70% of people with
Parkinson's
- Slowness of movement (bradykinesia) - people
with Parkinson's may find that they have difficulty initiating
movements or that performing movements takes longer.
- Stiffness or rigidity of muscles - problems
with activities such as standing up from a chair or rolling over in
bed may be experienced.
Various non-motor symptoms may also be experienced, for
example:
- sleep disturbances
- constipation
- urinary urgency
- depression
Parkinson's is a very individual condition, with each person
experiencing different symptoms. To find out more, please visit the
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